1999 AC Aceca vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 535 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |